{"product_id":"mythology-for-storytellers-themes-and-tales-from-around-the-world-9780765680563","title":"Mythology for Storytellers: Themes and Tales from Around the World","description":"\u003cp\u003eIllustrated in full color throughout  this delightful collection puts the riches of world mythology at the fingertips of students and storytellers alike. It is a treaury of favorite and little-known tales from Africa  Asia  Europe  the Americas  Australia  and Oceania  gracefully retold and accompanied by fascinating  detailed information on their historic and cultural backgrounds. The introduction provides an informative overview of mythology  its purpose in world cultures  and myth in contemporary society and popular culture. Mythic themes are defined and the often-misunderstood difference between myth and legend explained. Following this  the main sections of the book are arranged thematically  covering The Creation  Death and Rebirth  Myths of Origins  Myths of the Gods  and Myths of Heroes. Each section begins by comparing its theme cross-culturally  explaining similarities and differences in the mthic narratives. Myths from diverse cultures are then presented  introduced  and retold in a highly readable fashion. A bibliography follows each retelling so readers can find more information on the culture  myth  and deities. Character  geographical  and general indexes round out this volume  and a master bibliography facilitates research. For students  storytellers  or anyone interested in the wealth of world mythology  Mythology: Stories and Themes from Around the World provides answers to common research questions  sources for myths  and stories that will delight  inform  and captivate.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45651943981109,"sku":"ByrdShop_0765680564","price":195.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9780765680563.jpg?v=1781846675","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/mythology-for-storytellers-themes-and-tales-from-around-the-world-9780765680563","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}